Consultant Rheumatologist & Internal Medicine Specialist

Overview

Dr. Pradeep Shrestha is a distinguished Consultant Rheumatologist currently practicing at HAMS Hospital. His practice is grounded in comprehensive training, including an MD in Internal Medicine and a specialized Fellowship in Clinical Rheumatology. Dr. Shrestha's clinical and academic excellence was recognized with the prestigious Dr. Tarun Paudel Chikitsa Puraskar-2077 (2021). His research contributions are significant, with publications focusing on rheumatological conditions like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and related manifestations, as well as crucial public health topics like Vitamin-D status and metabolic syndrome.

 Experience and Current Roles

Dr. Shrestha holds dual roles in clinical practice and medical education, showcasing a commitment to patient care and the development of future physicians.

• Current Designations:
  • Consultant Rheumatologist at HAMS Hospital, Kathmandu (since May 2023)

• Prior Clinical and Academic Experience:
  • Consultant Physician and Rheumatologist at Nepal Police Hospital, Kathmandu (March 2023 to September 2023)
  • Consultant Physician at Shukraraj Tropical and Infectious Disease Hospital, Kathmandu (September 2020 to February 2021)
  • Consultant Physician at Dhaulagiri Zonal Hospital, Baglung, Nepal (February 2019 to September 2020)
  • Medical Officer at Dhading District Hospital, Dhading, Nepal (April 2013 to April 2015)
  • Managing Editor for the Journal of Kathmandu Medical College (2012 to 2015)

 Fellowships and Education

Dr. Shrestha's specialized pathway combines a strong foundation in general medicine with focused training in Rheumatology.

• Specialty: Rheumatology
• National/International Fellowship:
  • Fellowship Clinical Rheumatology
• Academic Qualifications:
  • MD (Internal Medicine)
  • MBBS

 Expertise & Clinical Focus

Dr. Shrestha's core expertise lies in the field of Rheumatology, focusing on the diagnosis and management of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, and bones.

• Area of Special Interest: Comprehensive Rheumatology care.

Recognitions & Specialized Training

• Award: Dr. Tarun Paudel Chikitsa Puraskar-2077 (2021), awarded by Dr. Tarun Paudel Chikitsa Kosh, Baglung.
• Key Skills and Trainings:
  • Orientation training on Medical Genomics and Clinical Informatics (2024)
  • Simulator-based course on Mechanical Ventilation (2017)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training (2016)
  • Certificate course in management of thyroid disorders (2019)
  • Basic Tuberculosis Management Training (2020)

 Research and Publications

Dr. Shrestha is an active contributor to medical literature with a focus on both general and rheumatological medicine.

Selected Research Highlights (Principal and Co-Author)

• Rheumatology and Autoimmunity:
  • Hematological manifestations in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
  • Case reports on drug-induced conditions like Azathioprine induced pancytopenia and an Unusual non-infectious cause of meningitis.
• Internal Medicine and Public Health:
  • Study of Vitamin-D status and metabolic syndrome in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • Research on the Prevalence of metabolic syndrome and Autonomic nervous system evaluation in type 2 diabetic patients.
  • Studies on ICU patient management (Study of oxygen saturation...) and COVID-19 case reports.

Social Contribution

• Active participation in various free health camps, demonstrating a commitment to community healthcare access.